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Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City will square off in the EFL Cup Round of 16 on Wednesday on Paramount+. Man City are sitting comfortably atop the Premier League table with a 7-2-0 record and enter Wednesday's match with five straight wins across all competition. Meanwhile, Spurs are looking to dominate in tournament play after losing four of their first nine EPL matches. Stream the match live on Paramount+, which you can now try free for the first seven days when you sign up here, and catch full analysis on the CBS Sports Golazo Network.

Kickoff from Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London is set for 4:15 p.m. ET. The latest Tottenham vs. Man City odds list the hosts as the +120 favorites (risk $100 to win $120) on the 90-minute money line, with Man City as the +180 underdogs. A draw is priced at +250 and the over/under for total goals is 3.5. Wednesday's match will be streamed live on Paramount+ with their must-have Paramount+ with SHOWTIME plan, which you can now get with a 7-day free trial.

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How to watch Man City vs. Tottenham

Tottenham vs. Man City date: Wednesday, Oct. 30

Tottenham vs. Man City time: 4:15 p.m. ET

Tottenham vs. Man City live stream: Paramount+ (Get your first seven days free)

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EFL Cup picks for Man City vs. Tottenham

Before you tune in to Wednesday's match, you need to see the EFL Cup picks from soccer expert Martin Green. After working in the sports betting industry for several years, Green became a professional sports writer and handicapper and has covered the game worldwide. Last year he was profitable in multiple areas on his soccer picks for anyone following him on betting apps and betting sites, including Euro qualifying (+6.30 units), the EFL Cup (+4.47), the FA Cup (+3.07) and the Champions League (+3.05) among others.

For Tottenham vs. Man City, Green is backing Tottenham to draw no bet for a +120 payout. The expert reminds us that Man City likely won't field their usual starting XI following comments from manager Pep Guardiola that the EFL Cup is not a top priority for the club. Green notes, however, that the Citizens will still be a tough team to beat with youngsters Kaden Braithwaite and Nico O'Reilly and squad players like Rico Lewis and Matheus Nunes on the pitch.

Green expects Spurs manager Ange Postecoglou to field his top players with the team's sights set on winning some silverware. Spurs are coming off of a disappointing 1-0 loss to Crystal Palace in league play, so they should be extra eager to get back into the win column.

"Man City should still have enough firepower to breach a leaky Spurs defense, but Tottenham should also feel confident in their chances of getting on the score sheet," Green told SportsLine. "It might be prudent to wait for the starting XIs to be revealed before betting on this game, but if Postecoglou sends out his best players, they could lead Spurs to a precious victory." Stream the game here and check out full soccer coverage on CBS Sports Golazo Network.

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We are just over one week out from the close of the summer transfer window which normally means an uptick in terms of how urgent clubs become with any late business that they have planned. The opening games of the season often inject fresh impetus into that feeling of urgency and this campaign looks to be no different despite fairly positive results for the Premier League's top six aside from Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur who both failed to register wins. Competition looks likely to be strong in the upper reaches of the EPL this term and we look at what the big six could need between now and next week's deadline.

Honorable mentions

Although not yet part of the widely recognized big six, Aston Villa and Newcastle United have arguably deserved that status ahead of the likes of Chelsea and possibly Tottenham in recent years given their improved standing under Unai Emery and Eddie Howe respectively. For the Villans, the situation remains simple -- they still need a reliable backup goalkeeper for Emiliano Martinez and an attacking reinforcement to play alongside or to alternate with Ollie Watkins. Joao Felix is now out of the picture for the Birmingham giants in attack but Wojciech Szczesny could be an option between the sticks but Villarreal CF seem keen as well. As for the Magpies, Marc Guehi has been their priority target for this window to reinforce the defense and those talks remain ongoing with Joe Gomez a possible alternative to Crystal Palace's England international.

Manchester City

Pep Guardiola's men currently look quite balanced despite the speculation linking them with a move to bring Ilkay Gundogan back to the club from Barcelona. Instead, the main area of interest for the defending champions should be a backup striker after Julian Alvarez left with Erling Haaland's fitness now potentially decisive in whether City succeed or fail this season. Another position to watch is goalkeeper in the event that Ederson makes a late move as looked possible earlier this summer. Liverpool have also been linked with Valencia CF's Giorgi Mamardashvili as Alisson's long-term replacement but it is hard to see the Georgia international playing second fiddle to anyone which would necessitate either an automatic starting role or a loan to a club in need of a new No. 1 albeit only for a season.

Arsenal

Goalkeeper options seem to be a common issue for Premier League clubs with Mikel Arteta's Gunners also facing this issue if Aaron Ramsdale is allowed to leave with Wolverhampton Wanderers now interested. A backup to David Raya means that Arsenal could be in a similar situation to Villa where they are looking for a backup option instead of a starter and those sorts of options are limited -- especially at this late stage. The Londoners could also be in a similar situation in attack if Eddie Nketiah is allowed to leave having been linked with moves away all window. Arteta does not make signings for the sake of it and will not be rushed into doing business but might feel that the squad is short of cover in one or two areas if both Ramsdale and Nketiah leave the Emirates Stadium within the next week. There is also the topic of the Spanish tactician's interest in Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino at the same time that Liverpool are chasing another Txuri-Urdin star in Martin Zubimendi.

Liverpool

The Reds have shown their hand a little in seeing Martin Zubimendi opt to stay with Real Sociedad now rather than join Arne Slot's new project. The Spain international caught the eye at this summer's UEFA Euro 2024 but the new Dutch tactician is still getting to know his squad and midfield is clearly the area that he feels could do with a bit of a boost. Whether or not Liverpool go back to try to convince the Basque star once more or possibly pivot to Mikel Merino who Arsenal have been linked with very recently, Slot does not seem likely to be rushed into making signings for the sake of it. The Reds have also been credited with interest in Valencia CF's Mamardashvili as Alisson's long-term replacement which could involve a loan spell with Bournemouth but no move has been made on that front so far.

Manchester United

The Red Devils have been after a new defensive midfielder all summer and Paris Saint-Germain's Manuel Ugarte remains of interest. The Uruguay international ticks many of the boxes that Erik ten Hag requires in this United side while Jadon Sancho clearly remains on the periphery and is of interest to the French giants. There is clearly a potential deal to be done there and it is just a question of whether or not the two clubs can reach a deal which both parties feel to be fair which sees Ugarte and Sancho swap places. It certainly seems as if it will require one in and one out to get this over the line after a protracted period of talks between United and PSG.

Tottenham Hotspur

Ange Postecoglou has clearly identified his central midfield as an area of concern having seen Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg leave for Olympique de Marseille and then Rodrigo Bentancur get hurt against Leicester City. Although Hojbjerg is arguably not the biggest loss, Bentancur getting injured could have disastrous consequences for Spurs given Yves Bissouma's disciplinary issue which have seen him marginalized by Postecoglou recently due to his off-field behavior. At least one new option could be required in this next week if Tottenham are to avoid another busy January transfer window.

Chelsea

Now that Joao Felix is coming in, somebody really needs to show a firm hand with the Blues' bloated squad. With Raheem Sterling coming out and speaking publicly before a ball was even kicked this season and Enzo Maresca hinting that a number of players are not going to get the minutes that they require, the only possible need for Chelsea between now and next week is a cull which sees a number of senior options leave so that the squad makeup starts to make some sort of sense. Right now, the London outfit are a mess on and off the field yet they keep spending money and players keep joining them.

Tottenham Hotspur begin their 2024-25 English Premier League season on the road when they visit Leicester City on Monday afternoon. Spurs finished fifth in the EPL last campaign with a 20-6-12 record and went 7-6-6 away from home, losing three straight road matches before ending the skid at Sheffield United in their season finale. Leicester City return to the Premier League after going 31-4-11 to win the EFL Championship in 2023-24. Tottenham and Leicester City have split their two EPL meetings the previous campaign, with each club posting a definitive victory at home.

Kickoff at King Power Stadium is set for 3 p.m. ET. Spurs are -180 favorites (risk $180 to win $100) in the latest Tottenham vs. Leicester City odds, while the Foxes are +425 underdogs. A 90-minute draw is priced at +340 and the over/under for total goals scored is 3.5. Before locking in any Leicester City vs. Tottenham picks, you need to see what proven SportsLine soccer insider Martin Green has to say.

After working in the sports betting industry for several years, Green became a professional sports writer and handicapper and has covered the game worldwide. Last year, Green was profitable in multiple areas on his soccer picks, including the Champions League (+3.05 units), FA Cup (+3.07), EFL Cup (+4.47) and Euro 2024 qualifiers (+6.30), among others. He also was solid with his Premier League picks last year, going 30-22-1 (+7.07).

Now, Green has broken down Tottenham vs. Leicester City from every angle and has locked in his picks and Premier League predictions. You can head to SportsLine now to see Green's picks. Here are the betting lines and trends for Leicester City vs. Tottenham:

Spurs vs. Leicester City money line: Spurs -180, Foxes +425, Draw +340

Spurs vs. Leicester City over/under: 3.5 goals

Spurs vs. Leicester City spread: Spurs -0.5 (-170)

TOT: Spurs are unbeaten in seven of their last eight season openers

LC: The Foxes posted a 9-7-22 record in the Premier League in 2022-23

Spurs vs. Leicester City picks: See picks here

Why you should back Tottenham

Tottenham won four consecutive meetings with Leicester City prior to their road defeat in February 2023, outscoring the Foxes 16-7 in the victories. South Korean forward Son Heung-Min, who led Spurs with 17 goals last season, has nine goals and four assists in 14 matches against Leicester. In Tottenham's last two wins versus the Foxes, the 32-year-old registered a brace and a hat trick.

Uruguayan midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur also performed well against Leicester in 2022-23, converting in Spurs' 6-2 home victory and netting the lone goal in the 4-1 road loss. The club hopes to unveil another offensive weapon on Monday in Dominic Solanke, who was signed to a six-year contract earlier this month. The 26-year-old striker was tied for fourth in the Premier League with 19 goals last season, his sixth with Bournemouth. See which team to pick here.

Why you should back Leicester City

The Foxes are eager to make a good first impression in their return to the EPL, with new manager Steve Cooper hoping to do the same. The 44-year-old from Wales takes over from Enzo Maresca, who accepted the same position with Chelsea, following a head-coaching stint with Nottingham Forest from 2021-23. Striker Jamie Vardy led Leicester City with 18 goals last season but is sidelined with an undisclosed injury, leaving winger Stephy Mavididi as the club's top offensive threat.

The 26-year-old Mavididi set a career-high with 12 goals for the Foxes in 2023-24, matching his total from the previous two campaigns while with Montpellier of France's Ligue 1. Another player capable of contributing is Issahaku Fatawu, who converted six times last season, his first with Leicester. The 20-year-old Ghanaian winger also proved to be a strong set-up man, as he tied for fourth place in the EFL Championship with 13 assists. See which team to pick here.

How to make Leicester City vs. Tottenham picks

Green has broken down Leicester City vs. Spurs from every possible angle and is leaning Over on the goal total. He also has locked in a pair of confident best bets, including one that offers a plus-money payout, and is offering a full breakdown of this match. He's sharing his Premier League picks and analysis only at SportsLine.

So who wins Spurs vs. Leicester City on Monday, and where does all the betting value lie? Visit SportsLine now to see which wagers in Leicester City vs. Spurs have all the value, all from the proven soccer expert who has been profitable across multiple leagues, and find out.

How to get in-depth soccer coverage daily

The CBS Sports Golazo Network has you covered with soccer news, highlights, analysis, and exclusive games. The 24-hour digital network provides around-the-clock soccer viewing to fans across the country, including morning shows and live matches. It launched in April and has been a smashing success thus far, expanding its offerings every week. Watch the CBS Sports Golazo Network now here.

After a strong first season under Ange Postecoglou, Tottenham Hotspur aim to take another step in the right direction when they kick off a new Premier League campaign at Leicester City on Monday.

Spurs made a few additions to their roster over the summer, chief among them Dominic Solanke, but will otherwise stick to the squad that delivered a fifth-place finish last season. The consistency should serve them well, especially against a Leicester team that's back in the Premier League after a season away. The Foxes will have to navigate the challenge of surviving promotion to the top flight with a new manager in Steve Cooper, who replaced Enzo Maresca over the summer after he was poached by Chelsea.

Here's what you need to know before tuning in.

How to watch and odds

Date: Monday, Aug. 19 | Time: 3 p.m. ET

Location: King Power Stadium -- Leicester, England

TV: USA Network | Live stream: Fubo (Try for free)

Odds: Leicester City +440; Draw +350; Tottenham Hotspur -175

Storylines

Postecoglou introduced himself to the Premier League as an architect of entertaining soccer that can deliver impressive results, nearly snatching a top-four berth amidst the trials and tribulations of last season. Spurs' biggest problem last season, though, was consistency -- a strong start to the season gave way for an uneven finish and there will be fewer excuses as the newness wears off.

Spurs' inconsistencies did not just appear out of thin air, though. An injury crisis battered the team in the middle of the season and so Postecoglou had to grapple last winter with drilling in his style of play without several key players, including midfielder James Maddison and center back Micky van de Ven. The manager, though, will have the benefit of a fairly well-rested squad -- while van de Ven and fellow center back Cristian Romero made deep runs during the summer's international tournaments with the Netherlands and Argentina, respectively, most of Spurs' team had the summer off. Crucially, that includes Maddison and the team's unrivaled star, Son Heung-min.

It also includes the team's marquee signing of the summer, Solanke. He's coming off a career-best 21-goal season for Bournemouth last season, and will no doubt offer quite the helping hand if he returns to similar form for the new campaign. Many will be eager for him to have a quick start at Tottenham, especially with the extra load of Europa League games on the calendar this season. While the game against Leicester should be a fairly straightforward one, the big question for the North London side is if they can make a big jump this season or -- especially considering the handful of teenagers they signed this summer -- if they are planning for the future.

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